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Caliber Reloading Data

We provide technical specifications for over 400 calibers, including case capacity, case length, overall cartridge length, typical bullet weights, muzzle velocities, recommended powder charges, and muzzle energy.

Each caliber reloading page also includes detailed information on the caliber’s history, typical applications, target species, and performance characteristics.

 

Additionally, we highlight some of the most popular and proven load recipes to help reloaders get started with confidence.

Where applicable, we also offer a cost comparison between reloading and purchasing factory ammunition, giving you insight into the potential savings of reloading your own rounds

Caliber Reload Data

Most Popular Calibers

.308 Win. (7.62 x 51)

.308 Win. (7.62 x 51)

- 150 gr Sierra SP, 44.0 gr Varget, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.800"
- 168 gr Hornady BTHP, 41.5 gr IMR 4064, Federal 210 primer, COL 2.800"
- 175 gr Sierra MatchKing, 42.0 gr RL-15, Winchester LR primer, COL 2.800"
- 180 gr Nosler Partition, 46.0 gr H4895, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.800"
- 150 gr Hornady SST, 45.0 gr IMR 4895, Federal 210 primer, COL 2.780"
- 165 gr Speer SP, 44.0 gr Varget, Remington 9 1/2 primer, COL 2.800"
- 168 gr Barnes TTSX, 42.5 gr Varget, CCI 200 primer, COL 2.810"
- 155 gr Lapua Scenar, 43.5 gr IMR 4064, Winchester LR primer, COL 2.800"

Always consult a reliable reloading manual and start below maximum. Adjust for your specific rifle and components.

.223 Rem.

.223 Rem.

- 55gr FMJ, 24.5gr H335, CCI 400 primer, COAL 2.200"
- 55gr VMAX, 25.0gr Varget, Winchester SR primer, COAL 2.250"
- 62gr FMJ, 24.0gr TAC, Remington 7 1/2 primer, COAL 2.250"
- 69gr SMK, 23.5gr IMR 8208 XBR, Federal 205 primer, COAL 2.260"
- 50gr Nosler Ballistic Tip, 26.5gr Benchmark, CCI BR4 primer, COAL 2.200"
- 40gr Hornady VMAX, 27.0gr H322, Winchester SR primer, COAL 2.200"
- 77gr SMK, 22.0gr RL-15, CCI 450 primer, COAL 2.260"
- 55gr Nosler BT, 24.0gr BL-C(2), Federal 205 primer, COAL 2.240"

Always verify with a current reloading manual. Start at least 10% below listed charges and work up while watching for pressure signs.

6.5 Creedmoor

6.5 Creedmoor

- 140 gr Hornady ELD-Match, 41.5 gr H4350, CCI BR-2 primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.800"
- 143 gr Hornady ELD-X, 41.0 gr H4350, Federal 210 primer, Lapua brass, COL 2.815"
- 130 gr Berger AR Hybrid, 42.0 gr RL-16, CCI 200 primer, Starline brass, COL 2.800"
- 120 gr Sierra TMK, 43.5 gr IMR 4350, Winchester LRP, Hornady brass, COL 2.750"
- 140 gr Nosler RDF, 40.0 gr IMR 4451, CCI 200 primer, Lapua brass, COL 2.805"
- 147 gr Hornady ELD-M, 40.2 gr H4350, Federal 210M primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.820"
- 135 gr Berger Classic Hunter, 41.2 gr H4350, CCI BR-2 primer, Hornady brass, COL 2.800"
- 129 gr Hornady InterLock, 42.5 gr RL-17, Winchester LRP, Hornady brass, COL 2.760"

Always start 10% below and work up. Verify all loads with reputable reloading manuals and ensure safety before use.

Caliber Load Data

Load recipes

5.6 x 50 R Mag.

Rifle Caliber

The 5.6 x 50 R Magnum, often referred to as the 5.6x50R Mag., is a rimmed centerfire cartridge that originated in Germany in the early 1970s. It was d...

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.30 BR

Rifle Caliber

The .30 Benchrest, commonly known as the .30 BR, has its roots in the competitive shooting community, emerging during the late 20th century. Inspired ...

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.22 ARC

Rifle Caliber

The .22 ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge) is an innovative addition to the long line of .22 caliber cartridges that have shaped the world of small- and m...

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.223 WSSM

Rifle Caliber

Introduced in 2003 by Winchester and Browning, the .223 Winchester Super Short Magnum (.223 WSSM) emerged as a unique addition to the short magnum fam...

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.300 RCM

Rifle Caliber

The .300 Ruger Compact Magnum, more commonly known as the .300 RCM, was introduced by Ruger and Hornady in 2008 as part of an effort to provide magnum...

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6.5 x 51 R Jap. Arisaka

Rifle Caliber

The 6.5 x 51 R Jap. Arisaka cartridge, often simply referred to as the 6.5mm Arisaka, holds a distinctive place in ammunition history. Developed near ...

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6 mm Creedmoor

Rifle Caliber

The 6 mm Creedmoor is a relatively recent addition to the world of rifle cartridges, but it has quickly built a reputation among precision shooters, c...

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.38 Special

Revolver / Pistol Caliber

The .38 Special cartridge is one of the most storied and enduring calibers in the history of American firearms. Introduced by Smith & Wesson in 1898, ...

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6.5 x 63 Messner Mag

Rifle Caliber

The 6.5 x 63 Messner Magnum, often referenced among specialized ammunition reloaders, is a relatively obscure but fascinating cartridge with an intrig...

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.30 R Blaser

Rifle Caliber

The .30 R Blaser is a modern rimmed rifle cartridge with German origins, developed in the early 1990s by Blaser Jagdwaffen GmbH and RWS (Rheinisch-Wes...

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6.5 Grendel

Rifle Caliber

The 6.5 Grendel was developed in the early 2000s by Bill Alexander of Alexander Arms in collaboration with Arne Brennan and Janne Pohjoispää. Designed...

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7 x 64 Brenneke

Rifle Caliber

The 7 x 64 Brenneke is a classic European rifle cartridge that has proven its value over more than a century. Developed in 1917 by the German designer...

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.30 Fl. N.E. Purdey

Rifle Caliber

The .30 Fl. N.E. Purdey is a distinguished British caliber that traces its origins to the turn of the twentieth century, conceived by the acclaimed gu...

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.22 BR Rem.

Rifle Caliber

The .22 BR Remington, often called the .22 BR Rem., traces its roots to the world of benchrest shooting, where accuracy and consistency are paramount....

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.28 Nosler

Rifle Caliber

The .28 Nosler is a relatively recent addition to the world of high-performance rifle cartridges, introduced by Nosler, Inc. in 2015. Born out of the ...

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7 mm Rem. SA Ultra Mag

Rifle Caliber

Introduced in 2001 by Winchester, the 7mm Remington Short Action Ultra Magnum (SAUM) emerged during the early 2000s short magnum craze, designed as a ...

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.222 Rem. Mag.

Rifle Caliber

The .222 Remington Magnum, introduced in 1958 by Remington Arms, is an American centerfire rifle cartridge with a storied history among shooting enthu...

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.260 Rem.

Rifle Caliber

The .260 Remington cartridge, introduced by Remington in 1997, has its roots in the popular .308 Winchester case. By necking the .308 case down to acc...

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.30 Super Fl. H&H

Rifle Caliber

The .30 Super Flanged H&H, often referred to as the .30 Super Fl. H&H, is a classic British cartridge with roots dating back to the early 20th century...

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.307 Win.

Rifle Caliber

The .307 Winchester is a unique and innovative rifle cartridge introduced by Winchester in 1982. Designed for the Model 94 lever-action rifle, the .30...

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.220 Swift

Rifle Caliber

Introduced by Winchester in 1935, the .220 Swift is a historic and groundbreaking centerfire rifle cartridge. As the world’s first factory cartridge t...

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.22 Nosler

Rifle Caliber

The .22 Nosler makes a compelling entry in the world of high-performance AR-15 compatible cartridges. Introduced by Nosler in 2017, this round was con...

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.220 Howell

Rifle Caliber

The .220 Howell is a relatively obscure yet intriguing cartridge that emerged in the early 20th century during a period of rapid experimentation with ...

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9.3 x 62

Rifle Caliber

The 9.3x62mm Mauser is a rifle cartridge with a storied history dating back to the early 20th century. Developed in 1905 by German gunmaker Otto Bock,...

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6 mm GT

Rifle Caliber

The 6mm GT (standing for “George and Tom”) is a relatively recent addition to the world of precision shooting cartridges, having been introduced aroun...

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